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Security Operations Center Analyst
SOC Analyst (Watford, UK)
Role Overview
Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience Onsite role, shift work (4 on / 4 off) Must be eligible for Defence & Veterans (DV) clearance
About the Company
Our client operates a growing Security Operations Centre (SOC), delivering cyber defence services to organisations across multiple industries—spanning critical infrastructure to complex enterprise environments. Their team prioritises high-quality detection, investigation, and continuous improvement, rather than simply providing alert-only monitoring.
To support ongoing growth, the client is seeking a SOC Analyst to strengthen their operations and help mature their security services.
Benefits
- Shift allowance bonus
- 25 days annual leave (plus option to buy additional days)
- Health cash plan
- Life assurance
- Pension scheme
The SOC Analyst Role
As a SOC Analyst, you will play a critical role in protecting client environments by:
- Monitoring, investigating, and responding to security events
- Working in a 24/7 onsite SOC to handle incidents
- Contributing to detection improvements
- Producing clear, structured reporting for technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Gaining hands-on exposure to diverse cybersecurity technologies and real-world threats
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This position offers direct engagement with high-profile data and the opportunity to develop expertise across multiple security domains.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience working in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel or Splunk
- Strong understanding and application of the MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Knowledge of networking and systems, including:
- TCP/IP
- Firewalls
- VPNs
- Endpoint security
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to produce clear, actionable reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Eligibility for SC (Security Cleared) clearance
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Desirable Skills & Certifications
- Scripting or programming experience, including:
- Python
- PowerShell
- Bash
- Perl
- C++
- Experience with additional SIEM tools such as QRadar
- Cyber security certifications including:
- CompTIA Security+
- EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- (ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity (CPSA)
- CREST-approved qualifications
How to Apply
Apply via this listing or by emailing robin.muirhead@searchability.com. For further inquiries, contact: 07719 065949.
By applying for this role, you consent to the processing and submission of your application data (subject to screening) to our client in relation to this vacancy only.
REFERENCE KEY CONCY: SOC Analyst, Security Operations Centre, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, SIEM, Incident Response, MITRE ATT&CK, Networking, SC Clearance, NDA
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